April Quest
Controls & Automation Engineer
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Job Opportunity: Controls and Automation Engineer
Enjoy turning engineering challenges into smart automation solutions? Join an innovative controls and automation company in Sheffield, delivering projects across Power & Energy, Water Treatment, Rail, Industrial Machinery, and Automotive.
About the Role
This is an opportunity to broaden your experience across multiple industries, working on control systems from initial concept through to commissioning.
Responsibilities
- Develop and Modify PLC Software Using Siemens TIA Portal / STEP 7 and/or Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 / RSLogix.
- Design and Configure HMI and SCADA Applications
- Support Control System Design, Integration, and Testing Across a varied project portfolio.
- Carry Out Fault Finding, Commissioning, and System Optimisation
- Work Closely with Customers and Engineering Teams To deliver reliable automation solutions.
- Support FAT and SAT Activities and Produce Technical Documentation
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Requirements
- Experience In a Controls, Automation, or PLC Engineering role.
- Programming Skills Strong programming skills with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs.
- Understanding Of industrial control systems, electrical drawings, and communications networks.
- Troubleshooting and Problem Solving A practical approach to troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Teamwork Confidence working independently and as part of a project team.
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Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the sectors above would be valuable, with transferable controls and automation skills welcomed.
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